Description
Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fries. These delectable bites feature sweet potatoes tossed in olive oil and spices, then baked to perfection for a satisfying crunch. They’re perfect as a snack, side dish, or at gatherings and can be customized with your favorite seasonings. With minimal prep time and a handful of ingredients, these sweet potato fries are sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled if desired)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional for extra crispiness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a baking sheet inside to heat.
- Cut sweet potatoes into uniform fries, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Soak the fries in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch; drain and pat dry.
- In a bowl, toss dried fries with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Spread the fries in a single layer on the hot baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg